The Kansas City Chiefs’ rich history of former players has played significant roles in the NFL. Many players and coaches who have represented the franchise are enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
The team may have another former player getting the nod for the most prestigious honor in football, as Jamaal Charles was named a nominee in his first year of eligibility. The Pro Football Hall of Fame posted the announcement on social media as Charles was listed amongst 173 Modern-Era nominees for the Class of 2024. Charles is one of nine new former players added to the list for induction consideration.
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The Pro Football Hall of Fame is proud to announce 173 Modern-Era Nominees for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2024.
The list includes nine players in their first year of eligibility.
Full List Of Nominees ➡️ https://t.co/Bs8bAjUgcx pic.twitter.com/O91taE4oU8
— Pro Football Hall of Fame (@ProFootballHOF) September 19, 2023
The other eight first-time nominees include wide receivers Brandon Marshall and Jordy Nelson, tight end Antonio Gates, offensive linemen T.J. Lang, Josh Sitton, Max Unger, and defensive linemen Haloti Ngata and Julius Peppers. The list of Modern-Era Nominees will be reduced from 173 to 25 Semifinalists in November.
Charles retired following the 2018 season but became one of the best running backs in the league while with the Chiefs for nine seasons. His 1,332 carries are the second most in franchise history, and his 7,260 rushing yards are still the most in Chiefs history. The former third-round pick in the 2008 NFL Draft also tallied 64 touchdowns for fifth all-time among Kansas City players.
